California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that makes it easier for authorities to compel treatment for people with mental illness or addiction issues. The proposal is partly aimed at addressing the state’s growing homelessness crisis.
We’ve criminalized merely existing in public spaces for too long, and I’m not aware of viable and accessible alternatives if one cannot afford shelter.
One need not leave needles and feces about to be committed under this law.
I’m troubled by the stereotypes regarding homeless people being promoted in this thread.
Well it’s not working.